EMS 290 - Advanced Clinical I

Institution:

Henry Ford College

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Description:

This competency-based course provides the paramedic student with a structured clinical experience in hospital and field environments. Students must complete designated tasks in specific topic areas. This set of clinical rotations emphasizes intravenous access and global patient management for patients in the operating room and the emergency department. Students are also exposed to a variety of cardiac diseases and dysrhythmias. Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Paramedic program. This is done via a waiting list and is managed through the EMS Program Manager in Health Careers. Note: Minimally, students must have a current NREMT certificate or a current EMT-MI state license, and have passed the following courses with a C or better: AH 100, AH 120, BIO 233 and BIO 234. Co-requisites: Concurrent enrollment in EMS 290, EMS 200, EMS 205 and EMS 210 is required. Suggested Prerequisites: ENG 131 and ENG 132. It is recommended that students place into ENG 131 prior to attempting any EMS course. Note: All advanced-level EMS students must maintain a current CPR card for the Healthcare Provider, American Heart Association.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hfcc.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 845-9600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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